Hello,
Just wanted to quickly touch base with what's been going on with me....
Exercise has been non existant last week and it looks like it could be the same this week..have completely stuffed my back....nothing too serious but is seems to be muscular.
Been to the doc...ordered to rest and given some fabulous drugs which had me sleep the entire weekend. Today I'm off to the physio to sort this out and will go to work. I only have preadmission clinic today but tomorrow we are operating so I may need to re think being the scrub nurse for the day.
So needless to say, this has me a little frustrated as I can't really do anything. 2-3 years ago the same thing happened and I stupidly kept exercising and was off for months!! So this time, I'll just do as I'm told.
Anyway will check inn again later.
Ange xx
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
It's about FAT LOSS!!
Good morning one and all,
Isn't amazing how much information is out there about fat loss and loosing weight? I mean, seriously...it's everywhere!! Do this, do that, don't do this, eat this then don't eat it or eat it but not too much of it!! No wonder one can go completly nuts and loose their way!! Friggin hell!!
I have taken out the diary, dusted it off and decided that I really need to track everything that's going into the gob. Even tough I have all my meals prepared, I need to be accountable with what i'm shoving into my body and i find writing everything helps me see what exactly I might be sneaking in on the 'sly'.
And, i have to say it again....it sucks not having my car!!! Especially with the rain at the moment cause I can't get to the gym!!! I got up this morning for cardio and it was pissing down!! Fuck me universe....give me a break!! But I'm not going to get too upset...obviously it knows me or is knider to me than I am to myself.....you see, my back is playing up...pretty bad at the moment...and too much walking or jogging makes it worse. That's what put me out of training for over 2 years just gone. So, I guess I need to rest a little longer...otherwise I will be out again for another 2 years!! And I don't want that!
Oops! Have to skidaddle....time to get my butt to work.
have a fab day chicks!!
Isn't amazing how much information is out there about fat loss and loosing weight? I mean, seriously...it's everywhere!! Do this, do that, don't do this, eat this then don't eat it or eat it but not too much of it!! No wonder one can go completly nuts and loose their way!! Friggin hell!!
I have taken out the diary, dusted it off and decided that I really need to track everything that's going into the gob. Even tough I have all my meals prepared, I need to be accountable with what i'm shoving into my body and i find writing everything helps me see what exactly I might be sneaking in on the 'sly'.
And, i have to say it again....it sucks not having my car!!! Especially with the rain at the moment cause I can't get to the gym!!! I got up this morning for cardio and it was pissing down!! Fuck me universe....give me a break!! But I'm not going to get too upset...obviously it knows me or is knider to me than I am to myself.....you see, my back is playing up...pretty bad at the moment...and too much walking or jogging makes it worse. That's what put me out of training for over 2 years just gone. So, I guess I need to rest a little longer...otherwise I will be out again for another 2 years!! And I don't want that!
Oops! Have to skidaddle....time to get my butt to work.
have a fab day chicks!!
Monday, May 17, 2010
It's raining in May!!
You may think....raining in May?? Yeah, no biggie... Well it never rains like this in May in the Kimberley!! It has been raining here since Saturday....very out of season! It's ment to be the Dry Season here...no rain until at least October/November. So, I can say it is interferring with the exercise cardio in the morning. As I have no car and have been getting around on foot (only unitl next Friday when my car arrives) it has been very inconvenient as I can't ever get to the gym without getting soaked through!! Yesterday was a rest day, so that has worked out OK...but today I had to give the cardio a miss :( and hopefully I will finish work before the gym closes otherwise...another rest day!! Grr!! Just when I am getting into the swing of things...It's like the universe is working against me!!
Maybe I'm just being paranoid!!
Not to worry, as long as I am eating well I will ahve to make up for it later in the week.
I have set a new fitness goal today of e=being able to jog/walk 20km before the wet season starts. I'm joggin 10km just under an hour...so have set a new goal to see me through to working toward competing in a marathon sometime next year...just have to locate where and when. I think setting a new goal will help keep me focused when doing cardio and working toward something will have me work that little bit harder!
Well, that's all to report today. Had the west African chicken last night for dinner...YUMMO!!! Love it!
See youse all later
Ange
Maybe I'm just being paranoid!!
Not to worry, as long as I am eating well I will ahve to make up for it later in the week.
I have set a new fitness goal today of e=being able to jog/walk 20km before the wet season starts. I'm joggin 10km just under an hour...so have set a new goal to see me through to working toward competing in a marathon sometime next year...just have to locate where and when. I think setting a new goal will help keep me focused when doing cardio and working toward something will have me work that little bit harder!
Well, that's all to report today. Had the west African chicken last night for dinner...YUMMO!!! Love it!
See youse all later
Ange
Sunday, May 16, 2010
It's never too late
Well, here I am again...
It has been way too long between blogs to start here with what's been going on with me, so to spare you all the details....we will just start with today okey doke??
Today is day 1 of (1,2,3....) i can't even recall, of a 12 week challenge for me. And already I am off to an interesting start....no tape measure to be found ( and no that's not an excuse!!). But it might have to do with the fact that I have been back and forth across this great country since August last year that I have shit on one side of the country and shit on the other!!! And sometimes I'm finding that the shit I need is not where I need it at the time!! Ah well, shit happens eh?
I'm pretty organised food wise for the week. I made the West African Chicken that Sue from IBO featured in the IBO newsletter this month....YUMMO!! I made enough for 5 days as we have a pretty busy operating week this week and I don't want to be cooking after a long day. I made the Nutta a mince cottage pie which will also see him through the week.
Training wise....i started last week and today was a rest day for me proving very useful as I have paid a few bills and checked out what has been happening in the land of cyber exercise!!
You may recall that I was planning to do a perioperative course this year?? Well, plans didn't eventuate...courses dropped blah, blah, blah. But something I did realise was how much I want to be with the Nutta....i missed terribly and find I am much more at peace being here with him. So, I have changed the goal posts a little and altered the attitude!! Look out!!!
I want to offer my support to Young Jude who is taking on the 25 day joel Marion Extreme fat loss diet today!! Go girl!! If you want to check it out go to her blog as she is vlogging each day. Best of luck Jude...I have no doubt you will kick arse!!!
Ok chicks, I have a few chores to do before I head to work so i will leave it here for today.
Looking forward to the next 12 weeks...I will post my measurement the moment I buy/find the tape measure.
See ya
Ange
It has been way too long between blogs to start here with what's been going on with me, so to spare you all the details....we will just start with today okey doke??
Today is day 1 of (1,2,3....) i can't even recall, of a 12 week challenge for me. And already I am off to an interesting start....no tape measure to be found ( and no that's not an excuse!!). But it might have to do with the fact that I have been back and forth across this great country since August last year that I have shit on one side of the country and shit on the other!!! And sometimes I'm finding that the shit I need is not where I need it at the time!! Ah well, shit happens eh?
I'm pretty organised food wise for the week. I made the West African Chicken that Sue from IBO featured in the IBO newsletter this month....YUMMO!! I made enough for 5 days as we have a pretty busy operating week this week and I don't want to be cooking after a long day. I made the Nutta a mince cottage pie which will also see him through the week.
Training wise....i started last week and today was a rest day for me proving very useful as I have paid a few bills and checked out what has been happening in the land of cyber exercise!!
You may recall that I was planning to do a perioperative course this year?? Well, plans didn't eventuate...courses dropped blah, blah, blah. But something I did realise was how much I want to be with the Nutta....i missed terribly and find I am much more at peace being here with him. So, I have changed the goal posts a little and altered the attitude!! Look out!!!
I want to offer my support to Young Jude who is taking on the 25 day joel Marion Extreme fat loss diet today!! Go girl!! If you want to check it out go to her blog as she is vlogging each day. Best of luck Jude...I have no doubt you will kick arse!!!
Ok chicks, I have a few chores to do before I head to work so i will leave it here for today.
Looking forward to the next 12 weeks...I will post my measurement the moment I buy/find the tape measure.
See ya
Ange
Monday, January 4, 2010
Changes ahead
Helloooo everyone.
I hope everyone has had a fabulous festive season and all geared up for Year of the SEXY Bitch!!
Thanks Kristin for the suggestion of the slogan for 2010! And yes, I have the song on my Ipod and love turning up the volume during cardio workouts. Definately gets me going!
The last two weeks I have spent reflecting on 2009. It was a big year for me professionally and as I have already discussed in my last 2 posts....probably too much emphasis and not a true balance of other aspects of my life, especially my health and fitness goals. Anyway, alot of deliberation has been going on in this here noggin and some big decisions have been made. I won't go into them today but soon I will shed some light on what they are. Hence, this has been the cause of my absence on the blogging front. One thing I know about myself is when I have alot going on in the membrain I keep it there...in the brain and tend not to share thoughts until I have a few things sorted out. This could have come about from how I was raised but I know I have also inherited this from my Dad. He does the same. i have seen him make big business decisions this way.
Again, as things come to light I will share the goings on with me. Health and fitness wise things are progressing. I have started reading Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle...what an awesome book. Today I have spent some time goal setting. Now, this is where I confess....of the 12 week challenges I have done i have not written down my goals and reviewed them regularly....ever!!! Mmmm....no doubt this has been my downfall in the past...derrr!!! I am still going over them at the moment and will post on my next blog. If you can get your hands on this book, I highly recommend reading it. Mind you, I have promised myself that I am not progressing any further into the book until my goals are completed and I know where i'm going and how i'm going to get there. I'm so excitied!!!! I can finally visualise what I want to achieve and know that I will get there...nothing is going to stop me!
In one of Kristin's posts recently I noticed she wrote about 7 random facts/things about herself. She then tagged all us bloggers to do the same. So, here it goes.
7 Random things about me:
1. I am petrified of FROGS!! All frogs!!, Big, little, green or brown. If I come across one in my path...I'll turn around and go the opposite direction!! It's weird because I actually like them but I'm not reaaly sure why I'm scared of them. I remember when I was about 5 yrs old I had a dream where all these, happy, smiling frogs were trying to smother me. It could be why. And it's really inconvenient up here cause frogs are everywhere!! in the toilet, on the front porch rail etc.
2. I was raised by my Dad. Actually, he raised my brother and I along with help from my grandparents and aunty. We had a pretty great childhood and Jason dad and I love to talk about the funny things that happened. Like the time Dad rang our High School Principal and tore shreds off him after Mr Gordon accussed me of being in the local pub on a Friday night. i was 16 years old at the time and Dad was pretty strict. Jason and I stood outside the office door as Dad gave Mr Gordon what for!!!
3.i can touch my nose with my tongue. As gross as this sounds I can actually stick my tongue up my nose!!! Something I also inherited from my Dad.
4. As sad as this may sound, I love Country music. Not just recent stuff like Garth Brooks or Faith Hill or Tim McGraw but.....Charlie Pride, Kenny Rogers, the Bellamy Brothers and Charlie Rich. Probably because that is all I heard growing up. I would love to see any of them live. Oh, and not only that but I LOVE ELVIS!!! He's the KING!!
5. I lived and went to school in the USA when I was 8-9yrs old. We lived in Clewiston, Florida. Dad worked over there with the Sugar Industry. We lived on a large property with other Australians but were the only kids there. We went to school on one of those yellow buses and you could buy your entire lunch for a dollar. We experienced Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, valentines day, Easter and 4th July. Wow!!! They always go all out. This is probably where i developed my love for Elvis because amongst all the other touristy things we did we went to Graceland! Out of our whole time there I remember this place the most vividly!!
6. I don't like mangoes, avocadoes, blueberries or dessicated coconut. But as a child I would eat mangoes straight off the tree and avocades on toast for breakfast.
7. And finally, in November 2006, I performed in a local production of Grease and was casted as "Sandy". And no, I didn't dye my hair blonde. I refused to. So I was a brunette Sandy. It was the best experience and I absolutley loved it! The whole cast had an awesome time with 3 sold out shows. I do have some photo's some where and if I find them I promise to blog some.
So, there you have it...a little about me.
I look forward to hearing more about you gys out there.
On that note...that's it for me for one night.
Ciao for now kitty cats!!
Ange xx
I hope everyone has had a fabulous festive season and all geared up for Year of the SEXY Bitch!!
Thanks Kristin for the suggestion of the slogan for 2010! And yes, I have the song on my Ipod and love turning up the volume during cardio workouts. Definately gets me going!
The last two weeks I have spent reflecting on 2009. It was a big year for me professionally and as I have already discussed in my last 2 posts....probably too much emphasis and not a true balance of other aspects of my life, especially my health and fitness goals. Anyway, alot of deliberation has been going on in this here noggin and some big decisions have been made. I won't go into them today but soon I will shed some light on what they are. Hence, this has been the cause of my absence on the blogging front. One thing I know about myself is when I have alot going on in the membrain I keep it there...in the brain and tend not to share thoughts until I have a few things sorted out. This could have come about from how I was raised but I know I have also inherited this from my Dad. He does the same. i have seen him make big business decisions this way.
Again, as things come to light I will share the goings on with me. Health and fitness wise things are progressing. I have started reading Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle...what an awesome book. Today I have spent some time goal setting. Now, this is where I confess....of the 12 week challenges I have done i have not written down my goals and reviewed them regularly....ever!!! Mmmm....no doubt this has been my downfall in the past...derrr!!! I am still going over them at the moment and will post on my next blog. If you can get your hands on this book, I highly recommend reading it. Mind you, I have promised myself that I am not progressing any further into the book until my goals are completed and I know where i'm going and how i'm going to get there. I'm so excitied!!!! I can finally visualise what I want to achieve and know that I will get there...nothing is going to stop me!
In one of Kristin's posts recently I noticed she wrote about 7 random facts/things about herself. She then tagged all us bloggers to do the same. So, here it goes.
7 Random things about me:
1. I am petrified of FROGS!! All frogs!!, Big, little, green or brown. If I come across one in my path...I'll turn around and go the opposite direction!! It's weird because I actually like them but I'm not reaaly sure why I'm scared of them. I remember when I was about 5 yrs old I had a dream where all these, happy, smiling frogs were trying to smother me. It could be why. And it's really inconvenient up here cause frogs are everywhere!! in the toilet, on the front porch rail etc.
2. I was raised by my Dad. Actually, he raised my brother and I along with help from my grandparents and aunty. We had a pretty great childhood and Jason dad and I love to talk about the funny things that happened. Like the time Dad rang our High School Principal and tore shreds off him after Mr Gordon accussed me of being in the local pub on a Friday night. i was 16 years old at the time and Dad was pretty strict. Jason and I stood outside the office door as Dad gave Mr Gordon what for!!!
3.i can touch my nose with my tongue. As gross as this sounds I can actually stick my tongue up my nose!!! Something I also inherited from my Dad.
4. As sad as this may sound, I love Country music. Not just recent stuff like Garth Brooks or Faith Hill or Tim McGraw but.....Charlie Pride, Kenny Rogers, the Bellamy Brothers and Charlie Rich. Probably because that is all I heard growing up. I would love to see any of them live. Oh, and not only that but I LOVE ELVIS!!! He's the KING!!
5. I lived and went to school in the USA when I was 8-9yrs old. We lived in Clewiston, Florida. Dad worked over there with the Sugar Industry. We lived on a large property with other Australians but were the only kids there. We went to school on one of those yellow buses and you could buy your entire lunch for a dollar. We experienced Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, valentines day, Easter and 4th July. Wow!!! They always go all out. This is probably where i developed my love for Elvis because amongst all the other touristy things we did we went to Graceland! Out of our whole time there I remember this place the most vividly!!
6. I don't like mangoes, avocadoes, blueberries or dessicated coconut. But as a child I would eat mangoes straight off the tree and avocades on toast for breakfast.
7. And finally, in November 2006, I performed in a local production of Grease and was casted as "Sandy". And no, I didn't dye my hair blonde. I refused to. So I was a brunette Sandy. It was the best experience and I absolutley loved it! The whole cast had an awesome time with 3 sold out shows. I do have some photo's some where and if I find them I promise to blog some.
So, there you have it...a little about me.
I look forward to hearing more about you gys out there.
On that note...that's it for me for one night.
Ciao for now kitty cats!!
Ange xx
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Snickers!!!
One of my Christmas pressies from the boy this year came as a total surprise. Well...I've not yet received it but thought and detail has been going into it since Christmas Eve.
And no...its not chocolate. But this is a hint!!
The boy has given me the green light to get a....
Yes!!!How excited am I. I am that excited that "Snickers" is already named and not yet born!!! Ha! I've been researching for a Burmese kitten since and I have found a breeder and hope to receive him in March 2010. This should give me enough time to 'kitten proof' the house and furniture. My parents have a burmese cat and when a kitten sharpened her claws on the couch...in several spots. Mmm...not a popular pussy!!
Today we caught up with one of my old 'teacher friends' from my teaching days. It was nice to touch base with her and partner. Hopefully we get to see each other a little more. She's one of those people easy going and laid back. I've tried to team her up in the past as a training partner but to no avail. When she cancelled on a session I too would not go. I made a pact to myself 6 weeks ago to do my training with no one and get myself and routine on track first.
I still am reflecting on goals for 2010...so will keep you posted on that.
My back is still sore today. I decided to give it a rest and thought I'd see how I was tomorrow....I'm hoping it will be better as I'm getting a little frustrated with it but don't want to do any long term damage.
have a super arvo all
Catch ya soon.
Ange xx
And no...its not chocolate. But this is a hint!!
The boy has given me the green light to get a....
Yes!!!How excited am I. I am that excited that "Snickers" is already named and not yet born!!! Ha! I've been researching for a Burmese kitten since and I have found a breeder and hope to receive him in March 2010. This should give me enough time to 'kitten proof' the house and furniture. My parents have a burmese cat and when a kitten sharpened her claws on the couch...in several spots. Mmm...not a popular pussy!!
Today we caught up with one of my old 'teacher friends' from my teaching days. It was nice to touch base with her and partner. Hopefully we get to see each other a little more. She's one of those people easy going and laid back. I've tried to team her up in the past as a training partner but to no avail. When she cancelled on a session I too would not go. I made a pact to myself 6 weeks ago to do my training with no one and get myself and routine on track first.
I still am reflecting on goals for 2010...so will keep you posted on that.
My back is still sore today. I decided to give it a rest and thought I'd see how I was tomorrow....I'm hoping it will be better as I'm getting a little frustrated with it but don't want to do any long term damage.
have a super arvo all
Catch ya soon.
Ange xx
Friday, December 25, 2009
Boxing Day- A reflective moment
Wow, I didn't realise how long it has been since my last post....mm..way too long.
The world of Ange has been rather hectic over the past 2 weeks. In summary:
* Operating up until 23/12 making it the busiest year we have ever had here! no wonder I thought I was losing it at one stage.
* 2 weeks straight of call.
* Gearing up for handing over the reighs to the new Clinical Nurse which has involved completing unfinished projects and booking and planning the first 2 months of 2010 operating lists.
When I look back there hasn't been alot of time for anything else in 2009 but work. I remeber talking to Sue 6 weeks ago and how I thought that things would start to slow down a bit for me at work. But our new person wasn't able to start until 11/1/2010 so my timen this role has been prolonged. I am itching to get out of it.
Lets reflect quickly here on the events of 2009:
* Originally 2009 was to be the start of my Master of Clincial Nursing degree. However no clincial supervisior due to illness saw me instead take on the role of Clinical Nurse of theatre and having gained a wealth of experience.
* Holiday's this year included Darwin, Ballina, Perth and Cairns. I visited my family and caught up with friends.
* i re joined IBO in November this year after realising how much I really wasn't looking after myself and needed to put energy into my well being.
* I also bought a new car.
* I have learnt about the importance of finanical security and how to save!!!
So, this leads me to the goals I have for 2010. I think I need to reflect a bit more on what I would like to acheive for 2010. My thoughts over the past couple of months have been quite all over the place. I know one of my priorities is my course. Another is my health and wellbeing. I have felt really out of touch with my body for most of the year. Re-signing with IBO has been a great step for me. I believe it has helped me realise just how little I really have been thinking about myself. I have been following Kristin and Sue on their blogs and see they have signed up to compete again this year. I have thought about doing this myself. I think I really need to weigh up if I can do this and talk to them more about it.
I hope everyone has had a wonderful Xmas. Ours was very quiet and relaxing. I didn't go too overboard with the food. I had my usual breakfast and for lunch I had about 8 prawns, small serve of turkey and green salad. I didn't have any dessert though i had about 10 scorched almonds and 5 other choccies. For dinner I just had fruit and a hot choc drink. That was it. So not too bad.
Today I went for a 8.5km jog/walk. i don't know what the fuck I did to my back but it has been in spasm for most of the day. At one stage i couldn't put one foot in front of the other. The boy gave me a massage and i took some nurofen and it seems to have settled. Might just be a walk tomorrow or bike ride.
Food today I have had:
- rice porridge and whey protein
- apple, cottage cheese
- sushi
-1 1/2 tbspn peanut butter and 2 rice thins
Am going to now make myself a cuppa tea and get on the forum and see what everyone has been up to...its been a while since i have touched base.
Catch youse later!!
Ange
The world of Ange has been rather hectic over the past 2 weeks. In summary:
* Operating up until 23/12 making it the busiest year we have ever had here! no wonder I thought I was losing it at one stage.
* 2 weeks straight of call.
* Gearing up for handing over the reighs to the new Clinical Nurse which has involved completing unfinished projects and booking and planning the first 2 months of 2010 operating lists.
When I look back there hasn't been alot of time for anything else in 2009 but work. I remeber talking to Sue 6 weeks ago and how I thought that things would start to slow down a bit for me at work. But our new person wasn't able to start until 11/1/2010 so my timen this role has been prolonged. I am itching to get out of it.
Lets reflect quickly here on the events of 2009:
* Originally 2009 was to be the start of my Master of Clincial Nursing degree. However no clincial supervisior due to illness saw me instead take on the role of Clinical Nurse of theatre and having gained a wealth of experience.
* Holiday's this year included Darwin, Ballina, Perth and Cairns. I visited my family and caught up with friends.
* i re joined IBO in November this year after realising how much I really wasn't looking after myself and needed to put energy into my well being.
* I also bought a new car.
* I have learnt about the importance of finanical security and how to save!!!
So, this leads me to the goals I have for 2010. I think I need to reflect a bit more on what I would like to acheive for 2010. My thoughts over the past couple of months have been quite all over the place. I know one of my priorities is my course. Another is my health and wellbeing. I have felt really out of touch with my body for most of the year. Re-signing with IBO has been a great step for me. I believe it has helped me realise just how little I really have been thinking about myself. I have been following Kristin and Sue on their blogs and see they have signed up to compete again this year. I have thought about doing this myself. I think I really need to weigh up if I can do this and talk to them more about it.
I hope everyone has had a wonderful Xmas. Ours was very quiet and relaxing. I didn't go too overboard with the food. I had my usual breakfast and for lunch I had about 8 prawns, small serve of turkey and green salad. I didn't have any dessert though i had about 10 scorched almonds and 5 other choccies. For dinner I just had fruit and a hot choc drink. That was it. So not too bad.
Today I went for a 8.5km jog/walk. i don't know what the fuck I did to my back but it has been in spasm for most of the day. At one stage i couldn't put one foot in front of the other. The boy gave me a massage and i took some nurofen and it seems to have settled. Might just be a walk tomorrow or bike ride.
Food today I have had:
- rice porridge and whey protein
- apple, cottage cheese
- sushi
-1 1/2 tbspn peanut butter and 2 rice thins
Am going to now make myself a cuppa tea and get on the forum and see what everyone has been up to...its been a while since i have touched base.
Catch youse later!!
Ange
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